All Pressure.
No Compromise.
Introducing the game-changing ALL PRESSURE VITREOUS ENAMEL range! Engineered as your low pressure copper replacement solution.
The Pressure Problem
New Zealand is one of the few countries where low pressure hot water systems are still common, and because upgrading to mains pressure can be costly, many homeowners simply replace their existing unit with another low pressure cylinder. As a result, homeowners often miss out on the improved performance of mains pressure, and the country remains reliant on lower-performing systems.
After speaking with both homeowners and plumbers, the local Rheem design team set out to solve this challenge. The result is Rheem All Pressure VE – a smarter, future-ready solution.
The All-Pressure Solution
The new Rheem APVE™ range makes upgrading to Mains Pressure simple. APVE™ cylinders are a drop in replacement that can be easily connected to existing low and mains pressure systems. Even if initially installed as low pressure, APVE™ cylinders can be upgraded to mains pressure in the future.
To make installation straightforward, we designed and manufactured the APVE™ in NZ to have the same height, diameter, and bottom entry as the legacy cylinders it replaces, but built with longer-lasting materials and greater flexibility.
What Sets APVE™ Apart
The All Pressure™ range is made using Rheem Ultranamel®, which offers superior resistance to corrosion from chlorinated, hard, or bore water compared to copper or stainless steel. With a 10-year cylinder warranty and over 20 differently sized units covering around 70% of low-pressure replacements, Rheem’s APVE™ range makes it easy for plumbers and homeowners to upgrade performance without upgrading complexity.
Product Highlights
- Height and diameter to match popular low-pressure copper sizes for easy and convenient direct replacement as a “like for like”
- Install as a mains pressure or as a medium/low pressure and upgrade later with a valving change
- Bottom entry for direct replacement with low-pressure
- Suitable for a wide range of water conditions
- Superior durability compared to Stainless Steel and copper
- Double the warranty period of copper cylinders
100% Electric for a More Sustainable Future
The Rheem APVE™ is an all-electric, all-pressure solution designed to support New Zealand’s energy future. Whether installed as a low-pressure system today or upgraded to mains pressure in the future, it delivers efficient hot water heating powered by electricity, 80-85% of which is already generated from renewable sources in New Zealand. It's a smart, sustainable choice for modern Kiwi homes.
